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play stupid games, win stupid prizes in Japanese

play stupid games, win stupid prizes in Japanese is 自業自得.

play stupid games, win stupid prizes in Japanese

自業自得

phrase

Pronounced: jigōjitoku

(humorous) If one makes poor decisions, then one should expect negative consequences.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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What is "play stupid games, win stupid prizes" in Japanese?

"play stupid games, win stupid prizes" in Japanese is 自業自得.

How do you pronounce 自業自得?

"play stupid games, win stupid prizes" in Japanese is 自業自得, pronounced "jigōjitoku".

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